1998 Audi A6 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A6 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A6 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
